1. Ensure you use the correct voltage.
• Be sure to use the voltage indicated on the name plate of the main unit or in the operation manual.
• If the voltage is different from the voltage indicated, overheating, smoke or fire may occur.
2. .Check the switch is OFF before inserting the plug into the power supply socket.
• If the plug is inserted into the power supply when the switch is ON, the machine may start operation abruptly
and is liable to cause accidents. Be sure to check the switch is OFF.
3. Be sure to avoid electric shock.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
• Do not use the machine in rain or in places where water can easily get into the machine.
• Be sure to ground the machine to avoid electric shock.
4. Take notice of conditions at the work site.
• Do not use the machine in rain, humid or damp places, or places where water can easily get into the
machine.
• Humidity will lower insulation of the motor and cause electric shock.
• Do not use close to flammable fluids or gases, such as gasoline and thinner. Fire or explosion might occur.
5. Use designated accessories and attachments.
• Do not use accessories and attachments other than those designated in the operation manual or our
catalogs. Accidents or injuries might result.
6. In the following cases, turn the main unit OFF and pull the plug out of the power supply socket.
• When the machine is not in use or parts are changed, repaired, cleaned or inspected.
• When accessories are changed.
• When removing scrap or other foreign bodies.
• When the plug is inserted, the main unit may start operation unexpectedly, causing accidents.
7. If any abnormality is noticed, stop operation immediately.
• When the machine does not operate smoothly, or abnormalities such as unusual odors, vibration or noise are
detected, stop operating the machine immediately.
• Check symptoms against the items in the section entitled, "Possible Causes of Malfunction" at the end of
this manual and observe the corresponding instructions. If the machine is used continuously, overheating,
smoke or fire might occur, causing accidents or injury.
• If overheating or smoke from the unit occurs, do not attempt an overhaul yourself but ask for an inspection
and repair.
8. Keep the work site clean.
• Ensure you keep the work table and the work site in good order, and well lit.
• A cluttered site and work table are liable to cause accidents.
9. Do not let unauthorized personnel near the machine.
• Do not let any people other than authorised personnel touch the main unit or the power cord, or operate the
machine.
• Do not let anyone other than authorised personnel enter the work site, especially children.
• Injuries might occur.
10. Do not use the machine with force.
• Use the machine only for its designated purpose. Operate according to the capacity of the main unit, to
assure safe and effective operation. Forced operation may not only cause damage to the product but also
accidents.
• Do not use the machine in the any way that could cause the motor to lock, or cause smoke or fire.
11. Wear neat clothing.
• Do not wear neck ties, clothes with open sleeves, loose clothing, accessories such as necklaces, etc., which
could get caught in the rotating parts.
• When working outdoors, it is recommended that you wear rubber gloves and shoes with stoppers. Slippery
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